Ep 167 - X Living in Kiev, Ukraine as a Digital Nomad

Can’t get enough of Ukraine? Xiaohui Wang a.k.a “X” is the founder and CEO of Essence of Email, an online marketing agency specializing in email marketing for eCommerce stores. He left his corporate job in San Francisco, booked a one-way ticket to Thailand, and started a location independent business. On this episode, X brings us to the charming place of Kiev, Ukraine. He talks about the lifestyle to expect and what your money can buy you. You'll find out why it's a perfect destination for tourists and digital nomads who love to travel and work at the same time.  By the end of this show, you'll want to pack your bags and visit yourself!   Links: Essenceofemail.com [email protected]   Discussed: Johnny's Guide to Ukraine: Kiev, Odessa, Lviv, and Chernobyl Trip Streak - Smarter Travel Search   Time Stamps: 01:21 – One-way ticket to Thailand 02:54 – Nomad Summit and Conferences 05:37 – Becoming a Digital Nomad 07:28 – What drove him into this business 11:32 – Traveling lifestyle and mentality 16:53 – Winter: The downside of Kiev 21:16 – Reasons why people visit Kiev 24:04 – Prices vs. Value 28:20 – Co-working spaces in Kiev 30:36 – Expenses: Food and Transportation 35:44 – Currency in Ukraine 41:48 – His location independent business 55:06 – Bank stability in Kiev 59:06 – Staying in Ukraine   Enjoy this episode? Share it with friends!